User`s manual
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1. Centrifugal clutch in oil bath FAT 1 and 2 speed selector Tiller engagement Engine stop Accelerator lever A WN 12 TILLER WORKING WIDTH O E p i ec se inn T 32 cms working width 2 unilateral knives 2 bilateral knives 2 bushings 1 31 cms pivot 24 cms working width 2 bilateral knives 1 14 cms Pivot 16 cms working width 2 unilateral knives 1 14 cms Pivot 50 cms working width 4 bilateral knives 2 unilateral knives 4 bushings 1 48 cms pivot 40 cms working width 4 bilateral knives 2 bushings 1 31 cms pivot 13 CAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING Checking the engine oil level plug L pic 1 few or no oil may seriously damage the engine itself Please read carefully the use and maintenance book of the engine producer Check the handlebar s height using the lever B pic 2 Check the switch position ON switched on position OFF switched off Use the setscrew A pic 4 for a good work of the lever I pic 3 Check the oil transmission levels by the plug M pic 1 and N pic 5 ATTENTION do the above with the engine always switched off IMPORTANT ANRWNS Pic 1 Pic 2 Pic 4 14 ENGINE START UP AND SAFETY DEVICES IMPORTANT Right lever Pic 1 Follow the instructions of the engine s USE and MAINTENANCE booklet too and check that the clutch is in neutral position lever D pic 32. 1 Main function of lever B pic 1 consists in the engine stopping when handgriff E is left for any reason pic 1 Leaving lever B pic 1 switch D is to be pressed closing in this way the electrical circuit and stopping the engine During starting up check the safety device A pic 1 is engaged so that lever C pic 1 remains close in pic 1 it is open and in this position the engine doesn t start up ABSOLUTELY DON T FASTEN THE LEVER B ENGINE STOP TO THE HANDGRIFF E C A ENGINE read always the producer s instruction book Level plug M pic 5 Pic 2 For gear TRASMISSION and CLUTCH in oil bath use oil AGIP DIESEL SIGMA SAE 30 For CHAIN TRASMISSION wheel and tiller use grease AGIP GREASE MU EP 0 Transmission oil level checking by plugs L pic 3 5 G Oil filling by plug N pic 3 Exhaust plugs S pic 4 5 Grease filling through hole G pic 2 For a good work of the clutch fill as far as the level L pic 3 N Check all the levels each time you use the machine and change them every 300 working hours Pic 3 18 ASSEMBLY and DISASSEMBLY IMPORTANT EN Pic 1 The tool shaft has a hexagonal profile so that knives can be guickly fitted Clean the tiller hubs and the tool shaft carefully lubricating it in order to make assembly and disassembly easier Fit tiller s hubs 1 pic 1 into the tool
3. Then put the accelerator lever G in start position and the switch I in position ON pic 1 Put lever B down engine stopping safety lever and in the same time put lever C up engaging disengaging rotating tiller lever then by hook A block the levers pic 4 In this situation the tiller is disengaged and it 1s possible to start the engine up For the engine starting up take with one hand the start handle of the recoil starter part E pic 2 pull smoothly until the ratchet gear engages and then pull sharply Once the engine starts the rope has to be left gently as far as completely wound Now the accelerator lever G pic 1 can be put in the idling position and then the speed may be engaged During Pic 2 this operation pay much attention to the engine that must be in the idling position For the tiller engagement always with the engine idling take both levers B and C pic 4 and left slowly lever C Lever B has to be kept firm with a hand as the engine might stop leaving it After this operations accelerate slowly in order to permit the engagement of the centrifugal clutch and consequently the movement of the machine and the rotation of the tiller Moving only lever C it is possible to engage or disengage the tiller Lever C UP tiller disengaged lever C DOWN tiller engaged as described below Pic 1 I Switch ON OFF G Accelerator lever Pic 2 E Recoil starter rope Pic 3 D Speeds lever Pic 4 B
4. details As far as materials available on the market especially engines are concerned regulations of our supplier will apply and applications for possible technical service should be addressed to the local specialized technical service centres MECCANICA BENASSI sr DOSSO FERRARA ITALY Via Statale 325 Tel 0532 848091 Telefax 0532 848272 www benassi meccanica com e mail info benassi it 5 SAFETY WARNINGS This machine has been designed and manufactured for being used by one operator only and is driven by means of the appropriate handlebars Any other use is not permitted Before the machine is operating read the Use and Maintenance manual thoroughly so that you are fully aware of all the operating controls and safety aspects of the machine Before starting the engine be sure that speeds selector is in position F and the SAFETY DEVICES are well working and fitting Without these cares the operator might work in a danger situation DON T SABOTAGE THE ENGINE STOP SAFETY DEVICE AND THE DISENGAGEMENT DEVICE THE MACHINE MIGHT BECOME EXTREMELY DANGEROUS 3 Do not under any circumstances transport people or objects on the machine 4 Always ensure that the machine s safety devices are correctly mounted and in perfect working condition 5 Before use check that all the controls in particular the clutch the Motor stop and the brakes if fitted are in good working order 6 Any modification
5. or spurious parts being fitted without the Manufacturer consent will nullify the guarantee and any possible resulting damage will not answered for 7 This machine must not be used by children or inexperienced persons 8 Before operating the machine check that the area is clear and free of debris and that there are no people within the working area danger zone The operator will be held responsible for the safety of third parties if these are found within the working area of the machine Do not use the machine under these conditions 9 Keep clear of cutting blades at all times while the machine is in operation Pay particular attention when reversing keep hands and feet clear 10 Use the machine only with the handles in the correct working position This allows a safe working distance between the operator and operating area 11 Use only original accessories and spare parts to guarantee safety and correct operation of the machine 12 Stop engine before refuelling and remove ignition key if fitted 13 Handle the fuel with care to avoid spilling on the machine clean any spillage immediately 14 Never refuel in confined places in vicinity of open flames or near the source of sparks No smoking 15 Before starting the engine check that all the controls are in the idle position 16 Do not smoke when starting the engine 17 Do not run the machine in a confined area as toxic exhaust gas can kill 18 Plan your work before commenci
6. D HANDLEBAR S VIBRATIONS ATTENTION For your safety please follow these instructions AERIAL NOISE Sound pressure value according to rules EN12733 2001 Leq dBA 85 5 guard ears to be put on Sound power level LWA 95 5 Dba HANDLEBAR VIBRATIONS value according to rules EN12733 2001 7 PACKAGE OPENING AN CRUSHING DANGER NB WEIGHT OF THE MACHINE KG 60 Open the carton in its upper side Remove all loose parts handlebar tiller set accessories Remove the bare machine ATTENTION use a lifting system to take the machine out of the carton according to its weight and follow closely the safety rules Pic 1 8 WARNING SIGNS SAFETY WARNINGS DANGER FIRE RISK READ USE DANGER LLI INSTRUCTIONS BLADES AND ROTATING PARTS IN WORK KEEP HANDS AND FEET FAR n DANGER an FOENINGEI ES DANGER aa KEEP CHILDREN X FAR FROM THE MACHINE 9 TECHNICAL FEATURES MAIN PARTS Accelerator lever Engine stop lever Handlebar Handlebar adjustment lever Engine starter Bumper Fuel tank see also the engine manual 8 Driving wheel 9 Cutter set 10 Cutter hood 11 Clutch lever 12 Cutter disengaging lever a ae 10 TECHNICAL DATA 4 Strokes Engine Recoil starter transmission to the wheel and to the tiller set by chain and gears 2 forward speeds Handlebar adjustable in any position Air filter in oil bath
7. Engine stop safety device C Engagement Disengagement tiller rotation A Blocking levers hook Left lever Pic 4 15 ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT TILLER SAFETY GUARD pos C pic 1 The tiller has got guards that must be always fitted during the work and are foreseen by safety rules too Follow with close attention these rules before working with this machine Check that screws are properly tightened before its using The hoeing depth may be regulated as follows Working on surface it is better to keep the safety hood DOWN Working in depth it is better to lift the hood so that tiller may go more down into the ground To do what describe above it is enough to work on the fixing pivot A pic 1 and on the adjusting pivot B pic 1 DIRECTION SPUR _pos S pic 2 In order to get a regular advancement of the machine it is necessary to use the direction spur S pic 2 adjustable in some positions Working on a soft ground it is better to keep the spur UP in this way the machine forwards easier On a hard ground it is better to keep the spur DOWN so that the sinking into the ground prevents a quick advancement of the machine For doing this spur adjustment S pic 2 take the T screw away move the spur itself as far as the requested position has been reached then put the screw T again and fix definitely with its nut C Pic 1 A B Pic 2 16 ENGINE STOP SAFETY DEVICE IMPORTANT B Pic
8. Manufacturer reserves the right to make any change at any time without being bound to update this publication Copyright of MECCANICA BENASSI S P A If in doubt on causes and possible solutions for a certain trouble please call our authorized dealer This should be absolutely done during the warranty period since any repair made by non authorized workshops makes this warranty null and void Bear always in mind that the authorized dealer has all special tools technical specifications and spare parts necessary for properly fixing the machine Therefore he should be called in case of any doubt on maintenance specifications and or procedures Some pages of this manual might not be perfectly right due to misprints or production changes For this reason call Your dealer before being perfectly familiar with this machine and personally maintaining this machine For further information on use and maintenance of this machine ask your authorized dealer for the proper technical manuals Our materials have a 12 months warranty coverings and electrical parts are not included The manufacturer agrees on replacing those parts considered as faulty free of charge Purchaser will be charged with labour costs necessary for repairing the machine and possible transport costs Both the warranty claim and the returned piece should always be addressed to our Spare Parts Department and accompanied by regular freight bill mentioning all the machine
9. ePATR 1 Cy GB MBS 03 05 a T Ciat MECCANICA BENASSI sn MOTORHOE RT 401 Gasoline engine USER S MANUAL 1 FOREWORD Pag 0 2 IDENTIFICATION AND MARKING Pag 0 3 CONDITIONS USE Pag 1 4 WARRANTY Pag 1 5 SAFETY WARNINGS Pag 2 3 READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY 6 NOISE AND VIBRATIONS Pag 4 All right reserved 7 PACKAGE OPENING Pag 4 8 WARNING SIGNS Pag 4 Thi l ith d leased without th is manua nie be either reproduced or released without the S IECONICALTEATURIS Pag 5 manufacturer s prior written consent 10 TECHNICAL DATA Pag 5 PRINTED IN ITALY 11 DRIVING SIGNS Pag 6 1 F OREW ORD 12 TILLER WORKING WIDHT Pag 6 13 CAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING Pag 7 14 MACHINE STARTING Pag 8 15 ADJUSTMENTS Pag 9 16 ENGINE SAFETY DEVICE Pag 10 17 LUBRICANTS Pag 10 This symbol is used to highlight an important safety information 18 18 1 TILLER SET Pag 11 If this information is ignored people are in danger either of possible injures even serious ones or death 19 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Pag 12 IMPORTANT This term highlights special precautions to be taken in order not to damage the machine ENGINE Use and maintenance instructions of the engine are mentioned in the relevant manual copy of which is always supplied with every machine 2 IDENTIFICATION AND MARKING The machine serial number is printed on the drive box IMPORTANT NOTE Always mention the machine serial number when calling our technical s
10. ervice or when ordering spare parts MARKING Marking example Sue Meccaneca BENASSI YS 44040 DOSSO VIA STATALE 325 FERRARA ITALY TIPO EE EE MASSA KG The CE mark is on the engine support right side 3 CONDITIONS AND USE 4 WARRANTY This manual gives you general information on how this machine should be used and maintained For any technical problem please call Your confidential dealer This machine has been designed to be used in compliance with what specified in the machine descriptions and safety warnings of this instructions manual gt Any other use is not allowed The manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by any use then the intended use The user is fully responsible for any possible risk gt Use maintenance and repair clauses prescribed by the manufacturer are also integral part of the machine intended use Only people familiar with this machine and well aware of its hidden risks can use repair and maintain it The manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by non authorized changes made on this machine Besides warnings mentioned in this manual please also comply with general regulations on safety and accident prevention of EEC and the country in which this machine will be operating gt P gt D Descriptions figures and technical features mentioned herein are non binding for the Manufacturer These are mentioned as mere information The
11. h safeguard requirements specified in the regulation CEE 89 392 and subsequent changes For checking the conformity with the above regulations have been examined the following CEN rules CEN UNI EN 709 98 A 1 2000 Dosso Italy the 9th March 2005 MECCANICA BENASSI SPA L Ammiunistratore Unico 12
12. holder shaft and fasten them by the tie pin 2 pic 1 and the NUT 3 pic 1 NB The tiller tie pin must be always fitted from the right side of whom drives the machine avoiding in this way that the fastening nut 3 may unscrewing Verify it periodically if well tightened The cutting side of knives must be always faced towards the forwarding direction Verify periodically if knives are well tightened 9 CUNNING DIRECTION 18 1 TILLER SET COMPONENTS Pic 2 BUSHING mm 53 Unilateral LEFT KNIFE Unilateral RIGHT KNIFE Bilateral LEFT KNIFE Bilateral RIGHT KNIFE PIVOT with nut cm l4 pic 2 PIVOT with nut cm 31 5 PIVOT with nut cm 48 Adjustable HOOD cm 16 24 pos C pic 3 Adjustable HOOD cm 32 40 50 pos C pic 3 Complete tiller SET knives pivot adjustable hood cm 16 24 Complete tiller SET knives pivot adjustable hood cm 32 40 50 ACCESSORIES ADJUSTABLE RIDGER with COUPLING Pic 3 11 19 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY GB CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY In compliance with CEE 89 392 regulations and subsequent changes CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN MECCANICA BENASSI S p A I 44040 DOSSO FE via Statale 325 DECLARES under is own responsibility that the item called MOTORHOE Model RT 401 From series no 2216233 The number is printed on the machine s gearbox is manufactured by the above company in compliance with basic safety and healt
13. ions of the machine when the engine is running 35 Avoid sharps turns when travelling up hill down hill or across steep slopes 36 In steep descents do not disengage the drive and do not change gear 37 When possible avoid working up or down hill Always travel across the slope 38 Do not work on very steep slopes max 30 39 Avoid overfilling the fuel tank It is important that the working position of the operator is always behind the handlebar 40 If there is fuel in the tank avoid tilting the machine during maintenance or adjustment 41 During use keep the hot sections of the engine i e cylinder head exhaust etc clean to avoid a build up of debris that will overheat the engine 42 Whenever possible stop the machine on level ground 43 When stopping on unlevelled ground engage Istgear up hill or reverse gear down hill AA If leaving the machine for a long time ensure it is inaccessible to children and inexperienced people Close the fuel tap if fitted 45 Do not leave the machine with the engine running 46 The maintenance instructions of the machine must always be carefully followed and worn parts replaced when necessary 47 If the machine is to remain unused for some time clean it accurately and insert the appropriate protections 48 Apart from the previous items it is necessary to take heed of the specific safety norms in force in the Country where the machine is operating _3 6 AIRY NOISE AN
14. ng 19 Do not use the machine when you are tired 5 SAFETY WARNINGS 20 Engage the clutch gradually sudden engagement could cause the machine to rear up 21 The area next to the engine exhaust will most likely reach temperatures above 80 Attention Danger of scalding 22 Always wear close fitting clothes and anti slip shoes or boots For safety reasons avoid using loose clothing 23 Make regular checks that all bolts and nuts are well tightened 24 Keep the area of work clear and clean 25 Only use the machine in clear visibility 26 Avoid working with blunt cutting blades 27 Pay maximum attention and use good sense when operating the machine 28 If you hit any objects during work stop the machine and check for any damage immediately 29 During movement to and from the area of work disengage the Power Take Off P T O 30 Pay attention when reversing the machine not to trip over anything If you loose your balancer release the handlebars immediately the Motor stop or the disengagement will immediately stop the machine 31 Do not under any circumstance attempt to by pass the motor stop device or remove the disengagement device The machine would result having no safety precautions and would be extremely dangerous 32 Do not travel down hill with the clutch disengaged or the gears in idle 33 The machine s speed must always suit the conditions and the environment 34 Do not perform cleaning or maintenance operat
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